Serving 530 students in grades 3-5, East Central Upper Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 530 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Central Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Central Upper Elementary School's student population of 530 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
530 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Central Upper Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Central Upper Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#63 out of 805 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
4%
Black
2%
47%
White
96%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Central Upper Elementary School's ranking?
East Central Upper Elementary School is ranked #63 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
How many students attend East Central Upper Elementary School?
530 students attend East Central Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of East Central Upper Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Central Upper Elementary School?
East Central Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does East Central Upper Elementary School offer ?
East Central Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is East Central Upper Elementary School part of?
East Central Upper Elementary School is part of Jackson Co School Dist School District.
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